Interventional Radiology Nurse - RN

Job Title

Interventional Radiology Nurse - RN (Open)

Employment Status:
Full time

Shift: Day (United States of America)
Facility: 1906 Belleview Ave SE - Roanoke
Requisition Number: R150663

• Deliver nursing care to patients in the Interventional Radiology and Neurointerventional Radiology department.
• Assess patient condition and take immediate action in emergency situations.
• Assume primary accountability for nursing coordination and individualized care for patients of all ages.
• Plan, implement, evaluate patient care to achieve optimum outcomes.
• Complete focused assessments of patients undergoing procedures and/or sedation of all ages in a timely manner.
• Respond to patient care needs before, during, and after procedures, including assessment for cardiac arrest and intravenous problems.
• Perform pre‑exam and post‑exam assessments for angiography, CT scan and other special procedures.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team, patients, and families to develop and evaluate an age‑specific interdisciplinary plan of care.
• Follow established standards and practice under the direction of a credentialed radiologist, invasive cardiologist, or intravascular surgeon.
• Administer treatments and medications for patients of all ages and document in automated computer systems, including electronic medical records.
• Identify patient/family educational needs, incorporate them into the plan of care, and document accordingly.
• Plan strategies to reduce length of stay, turnaround time, resource consumption, and improve patient outcomes.
• Organize and prioritize tasks, demonstrating flexibility with scheduling and the ability to manage competing needs.
• Complete manager/director‑determined projects within specified time frames and according to pre‑established guidelines.
• Orient new employees as needed.
• Provide staff feedback using appropriate communication and documentation.
• Participate in unit, hospital, and system activities to provide input into practice, environment, and work issues.
• Assist in providing educational activities for the unit or department.

• Graduate of a professional nursing school. BSN preferred.
• No prior experience required.
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Must hold AHA ACLS, PALS, and AHA BLS-HCP certifications.
• Keyboarding skills and computer literacy required for automated computer systems, including electronic medical records.

Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veteran status. Carilion is a Drug‑Free Workplace.